Diplomas in Music: Performance, Recital and Teaching

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1 Diplomas in Music: Performance, Recital and Teaching Trinity Guildhall Examinations 89 Albert Embankment London SE1 7TP UK T + 44 (0) F + 44 (0) E music@trinityguildhall.co.uk Patron HRH The Duke of Kent KG Director of Examinations (Music & Performing Arts) Mark Stringer GMusRNCM(Hons) FTCL ARCO(CHM) ARCM PGCE FRSA Chief Examiner in Music Keith Beniston GLCM FLCM PGCE FRSA Copyright Trinity College London 2006 Published by Trinity College London Fourth impression, July 2007

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3 Contents Foreword General regulations Regulations: Performance and Recital diplomas Requirements ATCL Performance ATCL Recital LTCL/LGSMD Recital FTCL Performance Repertoire Solo Piano Piano Accompanying Harpsichord Organ Electronic Organ Voice Recorder Flute Oboe Clarinet Saxophone Bassoon Horn in F Trumpet, Cornet in B flat and Cornet in E flat Trombone and Bass Trombone Tenor Horn Baritone and Euphonium Tuba, B flat Bass and E flat Bass Percussion Violin Viola Cello Double Bass Harp Guitar ATCL Technical work Regulations: Teaching diplomas Requirements ATCL Specialist Music Teaching LTCL Specialist Music Teaching ATCL Instrumental/Vocal Teaching LTCL Instrumental/Vocal Teaching FTCL Music Education Music publishers Trinity Guildhall publications Forms

4 Foreword This syllabus contains information about Trinity Guildhall's Performance and Recital diplomas, and about the current suite of teaching qualifications. It brings together into one volume information and listings previously found in Music diplomas , ATCL and LTCL Recital diplomas 2004, and also includes the sections on teaching qualifications from Diplomas in Music: Professional Practice from Information in this syllabus supersedes that found in any previous syllabus or edition. Updates and revisions to this syllabus may be made from time to time, and will be made available on our website: Candidates should always regard the website version as the latest available. Syllabus Validity This syllabus is valid until December A new syllabus will start from January 2009 (available August 2008). There will be a period of one year of overlap during 2009 when both syllabuses will be valid. Trinity and Guildhall On 31st March 2004, Guildhall Examination Services amalgamated with Trinity College London under Trinity's management. This syllabus replaces the previous Guildhall syllabuses for Recital Certificate (CertGSMD(P)) and Licentiate (LGSMD(P)). The Guildhall CertGSMD(P) qualification is replaced by its equivalent qualification, ATCL Recital. LGSMD(P) is superseded by LTCL/LGSMD Recital. From January 2007 candidates for LTCL Recital may opt to be awarded either the letters LTCL or LGSMD on their certificate. The examination will be exactly the same for LTCL and LGSMD. Candidates should indicate on the entry form which designation they prefer if the qualification is awarded. Guildhall teaching diplomas CertGSMD(T) and LGSMD(T) are no longer available. Candidates who previously entered for Guildhall diplomas should read the regulations carefully as there are differences in regulations between the syllabuses for CertGSMD(P) and LGSMD(P) and this syllabus. Higher Level Qualifications This comprehensive range of qualifications remains true to Trinity and Guildhall's missions as they have developed over more than 125 years; a commitment to conducting relevant and reliable assessments which enable candidates to show the best of what they can do, in conditions which are supportive to their endeavours. At each stage, from Associate (ATCL) on through Licentiate (LTCL/LGSMD) to Fellowship (FTCL), irrespective of genre or discipline, candidates can find an appropriate qualification enabling them to display, and gain accredited recognition for, their skills, knowledge and understanding. All of Trinity Guildhall's diplomas are intended to appeal both to those aspiring to various branches of the profession, and those already involved in it who may be seeking to gain accredited recognition for new or existing skills. Performance and Recital Diplomas This suite of diplomas has been updated to bring it into line with current needs. The Recital diplomas concentrate exclusively on performance: revisions include the removal of all practical and theoretical prerequisites for ATCL and LTCL, though a practical prerequisite is still imposed for entry to FTCL Performance. ATCL Recital and LTCL Rectial are equivalent to the previous Guildhall diplomas CertGSMD(P) and LGSMD(P) respectively. The standard of performance is equivalent but candidates can now benefit from the option of choosing repertoire from indicative lists. At ATCL level, candidates still have a choice between Performance and Recital diplomas. The standard of playing or singing required by each of these diplomas is identical. ATCL Performance includes technical work and supporting tests whereas ATCL Recital consists of performance and presentation skills only. For both ATCL Recital and LTCL Recital, candidates have the option to apply for approval for candidate 'own-choice' programmes. Such programmes may be a mixture of listed and non-listed items or made up entirely of non-listed items, provided that such repertoire meets the required standard, as indicated by Trinity's listed repertoire, and that prior approval is obtained. ATCL Recital, LTCL/LGSMD Recital and FTCL Performance are available on any instrument and in any style. Candidates for instruments or styles not covered by the repertoire lists need to gain approval for their programme before entry. Diplomas in Teaching and Music Education Designed in line with the most recent thinking about teaching and learning, Trinity Guildhall's three-unit teaching diplomas, available at ATCL and LTCL, provide clear evidence of candidates' teaching skills, both intellectual and practical. Teaching diplomas are divided into two distinctive streams: Specialist Music Teaching and Instrumental/Vocal teaching. These are described in detail, beginning on page 92. 2

5 Foreword Although there is no FTCL in Teaching,the FTCL in Music Education is a postgraduate-level qualification, which is aimed at those who are responsible for the design and implementation of taught programmes for other teachers and learners. Other Trinity Guildhall music diplomas The booklet Written Diplomas in Music contains details of the AMusTCL, LMusTCL, FMusTCL, LTCL in Composition and FTCL in Composition. There is a suite of Diplomas in Music: Professional Practice with syllabuses across various professional areas including Music Practice: Performing, Composing, Directing, Mentoring and Adjudicating. These diplomas may be of particular interest to commercial musicians and session players. The syllabuses are available on the Trinity Guildhall website only. All Trinity Guildhall syllabuses can be downloaded from where any revisions, improvements, enhancements and additions are also detailed. Notes about Accreditation status within the UK and throughout the world Our ATCL, LTCL, LGSMD and FTCL qualifications span Levels 4 to 7 of the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. United Kingdom NQF Level 4 is regarded as first-year degree level, level 6 is regarded as degree level and Level 7 is regarded as work at Masters level. ATCL is, in terms of performance and vocational skills, comparable with the standards expected at the end of the first year of specialised undergraduate study. LTCL and LGSMD are comparable with the standards expected at the end of a specialised undergraduate degree. FTCL calls for reflective ability, originality of thought and creativity, as well as purely vocational competence, comparable with the demands of work at Masters Level. Note that Trinity Guildhall's Diplomas are specialised in nature and therefore do not have the same breadth of coverage as Degrees. Dialogue is being conducted with education authorities worldwide to maintain recognition of diploma qualifications. For further detailed information about accreditation status outside the UK, please contact us direct. Throughout this syllabus where reference is made to UK qualifications, such as GCSE, A Level and BTEC, candidates in other countries may substitute local equivalents. This also applies where reference is made to UK legislation, for example, in relation to Health and Safety. Enquiries, for example regarding local availability or concerning prerequisites and Approved Prior Learning, should be directed to our head office (preferably by ), or to one of our Local Representatives, as listed on the website. Go to music and enter country of residence for details of these. 3

6 General Regulations Examination centres 4 Trinity Guildhall diploma examinations are conducted at designated local public centres and at pre-registered school centres. In the UK, where there is no convenient public centre, we may be able to arrange an Examiner Visit providing that there are enough candidates to meet the set minimum fee level. Those wishing to arrange an Examiner Visit should contact us directly. In some cases Local Representatives can arrange an Examiner Visit in conjunction with the centre s examination session. Please discuss your requirements with your Local Representative well before the examination centre s closing date for entries. Examination dates Practical examinations are conducted throughout the year on dates agreed with our centres. Public centres publish examination dates in advance. While we will normally adhere to these published dates, circumstances may require an alteration and Trinity reserves the right to change published examination dates as necessary. Examination entries Performance and Recital examinations are open to everyone, irrespective of age. Candidates may enter ATCL and LTCL/LGSMD Performance and Recital examinations without previously having taken any other examination. Candidates for FTCL examinations must hold the relevant prerequisite qualifications in the same subject or be of an equivalent standard. Lower age limitations and prerequisites apply to Teaching qualifications. Applications for Trinity Guildhall examination will be accepted on the condition that candidates will be examined according to the requirements of the current syllabus, subject to any special condition which may from time to time be advertised. The Information and Regulations contained in this syllabus apply to all music diploma examinations taken from Candidates may not enter for more than one diploma in the same instrument or subject in the same session (e.g. it is not permitted for a candidate to enter for ATCL and LTCL/LGSMD in piano, or ATCL Performance and ATCL Recital, at the same time). Diploma candidates may register online. Full details of how to do this are available on the website and from Local Representatives. You can also register by post. In the UK all entries for Teaching diplomas must be sent to our head office which will allocate candidates to the appropriate centre. Entries for other examinations should be sent to the local centre. Outside the UK all entries must be made through the Local Representative. If in doubt, contact us direct. The full regulations regarding entry for diploma examinations are available on the website which should be consulted before an entry is made. Closing dates and late entries Closing dates are available from Local Representatives and our head office. Entries received by Representatives on or before the closing date are accepted at the published fees. Anyone wishing to make a late entry must contact the Local Representative before completing the entry form do not contact head office. Late entries can be accepted only at the discretion of the Representative (not Trinity s head office) and are subject to the following surcharges: Day after closing date to 3 weeks before the examination date: + 50% of published fee 2 weeks 6 days to 2 weeks before the examination date: + 100% of published fee. No entries can be accepted less than 2 weeks before the examination date. Trinity and its representatives make no guarantee that acceptance of a late entry will result in the examination taking place. If a late entry has been accepted but the examination cannot take place, the fee will be refunded but the surcharge will be retained to cover costs of administration of the late entry. Fees Examination fees are printed on a separate fee sheet enclosed with the entry form. If the fee sheet is missing, another copy can be obtained from your Local Representative or from head office. Examination appointments The Local Representative sends each candidate an appointment slip which must be taken to the examination and shown to the examiner. The appointment slip will give the date, time and place of the examination, together with the name of the candidate and the examination for which (s)he is entered. Any errors on the appointment slip must be notified to the Representative immediately. Candidates who have been mistakenly entered for the wrong examination cannot change this on the day of the examination. Candidates must attend on the date and time shown on the appointment slip. Wherever possible, we and our representatives will always try to meet requests for specific dates and times if these requests are clearly shown on the entry form. We can give no guarantee that such requests will be satisfied. No alteration to the date and time arranged can be made once appointment slips have been issued. Candidates are required to be ready fifteen minutes before their time of appointment and no allowance can be made for lateness, whatever the reason. Candidates who arrive late may be required to return at another time or date, in order not to prejudice the hearing of other candidates who are punctual. In such an event, candidates may need to pay an additional fee.

7 Regulations Prerequisites ATCL LTCL/LGSMD FTCL Recital No prerequisites No prerequisites Performance No prerequisites LTCL (Performance or Recital) or LGSMD(P) in the same instrument. Teaching diplomas are not accepted. Specialist Music Teaching Minimum age 18 yrs Grade 6 or above in musical performance Minimum age 21 yrs Grade 6 or above in musical performance Instrumental/ Vocal Teaching Minimum age 18 yrs Grade 8 or above in the instrument being taught Minimum age 21 yrs Grade 8 or above in the instrument being taught Music Education Minimum age 21 yrs Candidate must provide evidence that they have taught for at least 2 years full-time or 4 years part-time, using the form on page 130 LTCL teaching diploma, LGSMD(T), PGCE in music, or national equivalent Alternative Prerequisites and APL (Approved Prior Learning) Applications from candidates with alternative qualifications of an appropriate standard, or who can prove an equivalent standard through their professional experience (APL) will also be considered. Details of alternative qualifications are as follows: In place of: Trinity will consider one of the following Grade 6 in musical performance Grade 6 in performance from any other QCA-accredited board (ABRSM, LCM, Rockschool or from UNISA, AMEB) Any other qualification containing performance at an equivalent level, in the same instrument Grade 8 in musical performance Grade 8 in performance from any other QCA-accredited board (ABRSM, LCM, Rockschool, or from UNISA, AMEB) Any other qualification containing performance at an equivalent level, in the same instrument LTCL (Performance or Recital) ARCM, ARNCM, ARMCM, LGSMD, LMusA, LRAM, LRSM, LLCM diplomas in performance, in the same instrument. Teaching diplomas are not accepted. Other performance diplomas of graduate status (e.g. GTCL, GRSM, in the same instrument) BMus from a conservatoire (e.g. Trinity College of Music or Guildhall School of Music and Drama or university), in the same instrument Candidates who wish to offer alternative prerequisites must send evidence of their qualification in the form of a copy of their certificate or final transcript of studies to the Chief Examiner in Music at our head office at least six weeks before the closing date for entries at their local centre. Candidates for FTCL in Music Education and candidates wishing to offer Approved Prior Learning should send suitable evidence to the Chief Examiner in the same way (candidates for FTCL in Music Education should use the form on page 130). We reserve the right to request further supporting evidence if necessary. Each case will be considered on its individual merits, having due regard to the academic standing and validity of the award which is offered. Qualifying prerequisites must have been obtained and approved before an entry is made for the appropriate diploma. Provisional and conditional entries cannot be accepted. 5

8 Regulations Number of examiners present We reserve the right to allocate up to three examiners to conduct diploma examinations, at Trinity Guildhall s discretion. Such arrangements will sometimes arise through the monitoring of the work of established examiners or the training of new examiners by the Chief Examiner in Music or appointed deputies. These procedures are an essential feature of our commitment to the consistency of marking and administration by our examiners and are in no way detrimental to the candidate. Candidates in Recital examinations will normally be asked to interact with only one examiner at a time, however many are present in the room. Use of recording equipment Diploma examinations will normally be recorded in audio or video form by the examiner, and in the case of Licentiate and Fellowship performance examinations, will normally be listened to before the report is released. Trinity Guildhall reserves the right to audio record all examinations for quality assurance purposes and to maintain an archive of recordings for monitoring, examiner training and standardisation. These procedures are an essential feature of Trinity Guildhall s commitment to quality assurance and are in no way detrimental to the candidate. Performances recorded by Trinity Guildhall will under no circumstances be released and will not be used for commercial purposes without the performer s consent, but may be used for in-house training purposes and assessment standardisation. Examiners will not refer to recordings when making their assessments and recordings will not be retained beyond their functional need. For Examiner Training and Quality Assurance purposes, Trinity Guildhall examinations are sometimes videoed. Whenever filming is scheduled to take place at a centre, a form will be supplied, usually via the local representative, to the parents/guardians of those entering the examinations concerned. This form will request permission from parents/guardians for their child to be videoed. It will also offer the opportunity to withhold permission, without prejudice, and this will be accepted without question in all cases. Candidates may also decline to be recorded on entering the exam room whether or not they, or their parents/guardians have given permission in advance. It will be the responsibility of the person entering the candidate to ensure that the forms have been completed, and they should be sent to the Centre Representative before the examination. Even where consent has been obtained, not all examinations in the session will necessarily be filmed. Where video recording may take place, candidates will be informed by a notice on the exam room door and/or in the waiting room, though Trinity is extremely concerned to ensure that this should not impose any additional pressure on the candidate, and has laid down strict rules about the way equipment is placed and used. Video equipment used will be in the form of a discrete, single, static camera, operated by the examiner(s) and will be used without any additional lighting. The machine may be set running throughout some or all of the examination. Video footage will never be screened publicly without further specific written permission being obtained from parents/guardians. Trinity is mindful of the sensitivities and legalities regarding the making of video recordings of young people, and will always be pleased to halt any recording, or erase specific examples on request, without any reason being given, nor prejudice to the assessment. Recordings of any kind may not be referred to in the case of any Appeal, for whatever reason. If any further information or clarification is required, please contact the Chief Examiner in Music in writing. Please note that no photography or unauthorised audio or video recording is permitted during the examination. Permission to record examinations by anyone other than those conducting the examining process will not be granted. Any recordings made without the written agreement of Trinity Guildhall will be confiscated and may invalidate the examination at the discretion of the Chief Examiner in Music. Any recordings of examinations remain the property of Trinity College London and may be consulted by Trinity in any formal appeals proceedings, however they will not be released to candidates. In due course all recordings will be erased, but Trinity is required by QCA to retain up to 5% of recordings as an archive and for comparative purposes, to ensure consistency of standards over time. Even these recordings will not be retained indefinitely. Results and marks Every candidate for a practical examination receives an examination report which will provide comments on each item performed and on any supporting tests. Assessments will be made in line with the accredited Assessment Criteria. See the Assessment Criteria and/or Guidance notes for each diploma. Associate and Licentiate examinations in Performance, Recital and Teaching are marked out of 100. The Pass mark is 50 marks. A Pass with Distinction is awarded at 75 marks or above. In FTCL Performance the performance is either Approved or Not Approved. In FTCL Music Education the diploma is Awarded or Not Awarded. No marks are announced, in line with normal practice for awards at postgraduate level. Unless Trinity Guildhall examinations have been conducted by two examiners, all report forms are sent to our head office to be countersigned by the Chief Examiner or a senior Examiner. Once they are countersigned, report forms are issued to the Local Representative, and in turn, Representatives issue report forms only to the person who signed the entry form. The target date for sending results to the candidate is six weeks after the examination. Examiners and representatives are not allowed to give details of reports in any other way or to any other person. Representatives are not permitted to give examination results over the telephone. Duplicates or lost report forms cannot be provided, though a summary of the marks obtained can be provided upon payment of a search fee of 10. Such enquiries should be accompanied by the candidate s registration number, the date and centre at which the examination was taken, the level and subject of examination, and the fee. 6

9 Certificates Regulations Successful candidates will receive a certificate showing the subject and level at which they have passed. This will be individually numbered and will bear the Accreditation logo. We do not accept responsibility for the non-arrival of any examination report form or certificate after it has been posted. A duplicate of a certificate which has been destroyed or lost in the post can usually be provided for examinations passed within the last fifteen years. A fee of 45 is payable for each replacement certificate and applications for replacement certificates should quote the centre name, date of examination, candidate s name and number, and include the fee. Diploma certificates are individually calligraphed (by hand) and are normally issued approximately two months after the issue of the examination result. Candidates with Special Needs Trinity Guildhall welcomes entries from candidates with special needs. Our policy is outlined below. A booklet giving details of all provision for candidates with special assessment needs is available from Trinity Guildhall s head office on request. Reasonable adjustments to assessment arrangements Applications for reasonable adjustments are made when entries are sent to Trinity Guildhall. Adjustments are implemented according to individuals disabilities reflecting their usual method of working, the assessment requirements as set out in the specification and the guidelines stipulated by the regulatory authorities as well as the Joint Council for Qualifications. Trinity Guildhall scrutinises applications for reasonable adjustments and requires the person entering the candidate to ensure that the request is based upon firm evidence. The same standard of assessment applies to all candidates, regardless of any disability, and allowances will only be made to the conduct of the examination if appropriate. Reasonable adjustments are generally not appropriate where a candidate s particular difficulty directly affects performance in the attributes that are the focus of assessment. By regularly reviewing the way in which we provide our examination services, for example through audits covering instances of disability, illness, accident or bereavement, Trinity Guildhall aims to identify the barriers or impediments to access. Requests for Special Needs provision The specific condition(s) and any request(s) for special tests should be clearly notified on a Special Needs Request Form, available directly from the Centre Representative, or as a download from the Trinity Guildhall website. Supporting documentation must be supplied to the Centre Representative. Candidates who require wheelchair access to Centres should notify the Centre Representative directly. It is particularly important for candidates with special needs that their entries and full details of the disability are received on or before the closing date for the examination. The time between the closing date and the examination is used to prepare the appropriate materials examiners do not carry special tests as a matter of course. Due to the extra preparation time required to provide individual tests for disabled candidates, late entries or entry forms which do not contain full details of the nature of the disability may not be able to be processed in time for the examination. All provision for special needs candidates is tailored to the particular needs of each candidate. It is therefore very important to give as full an explanation as possible of the nature of the condition, and the requirements for special tests. Trinity Guildhall reserves the right to turn down requests for provision if this information is not provided. In case of doubt, please contact the Special Needs Co-ordinator at Trinity Guildhall s head office. Absence through illness If a candidate is ill and cannot take the examination, the Centre Representative must be informed as soon as possible. The person who signed the entry form may apply to the Centre Representative for a Re-Entry Permit, providing a medical certificate current for the date of the examination and the Appointment Slip. The application must be made not later than thirty days after the examination date. The Centre Representative will forward the medical certificate and Appointment Slip to Trinity Guildhall, who will issue a Re-Entry Permit for an examination at the same level in the same subject. This can be used for an examination within twelve months of the original examination date upon payment of 50% the Entry Fee current at the new date of entering. If a Permit is used towards entry for an examination at a higher level, any difference in fee is also payable. Trinity Guildhall cannot normally offer Re-Entry Permits for non-medical reasons, though sympathy will be shown to genuine cases in which appropriate evidence is provided. Exceptional circumstances All examinations are assessed on the basis of the performance given on the day of the examination, without regard to any external circumstances. If a candidate infringes examination regulations, e.g. by performing an incorrect item or using an unauthorised photocopy of music, the performance will be heard without prejudice by the examiner in order not to jeopardise the performance of valid items. The infringement may be reported to Trinity Guildhall s head office, rather than the Report Form being issued to the Centre Representative, so that a decision can be taken about the validity of the examination. Trinity Guildhall reserves the right to award no marks for invalid items. The outcome of referred examination reports will be passed to the Centre Representative as soon as possible after the matter has been considered. Performances which fall below a minimum acceptable level, including examinations which are abandoned by the candidate, will not necessarily receive a formally marked report. Instead, the examiner s comments only will be issued after referral. 7

10 Regulations Academic dress Holders of Trinity Guildhall diplomas are entitled to wear academic dress. Contact head office for further details. Appeals Procedure Teachers, schools, parents/guardians and candidates who wish to question the outcome of practical examinations should use the following procedure: Allowable grounds for Appeal Appeals which question the professional judgement of the examiner(s) or the marks awarded will not be accepted. The two broad categories of Appeal which can be considered are: a) claims of irregular procedure on the part of the examiner for instance, incorrect scales asked for the Grade, Musical Knowledge questions outside the limits of the syllabus ; b) a mis-match between the comments for one or more items and the marks awarded for those items in relation to the published criteria. First Level of Appeal The First Level of appeal is free of charge. Appeals must be made in writing and sent to the Chief Examiner in Music by the person who signed the original entry form. The grounds of Appeal should be set out, and the original (not a photocopy) of the Report Form should be sent by post. Appeals cannot be discussed or considered over the telephone. Appeals should be postmarked not later than 14 days after the Centre Representative has issued the results. Trinity Guildhall will send an acknowledgement within 7 days and the Appeal will be referred to the examiner(s) for comment as appropriate. The Chief Examiner in Music will reach a decision after receiving the comments of the examiner(s). The target time for resolving appeals is 28 days from the date of receipt, though sometimes the process can take longer. The outcome of a successful Appeal may be a revision to the marks awarded or the opportunity of a free re-examination, usually at the same centre. If a re-examination is offered, a time limit will normally be prescribed in the interests of all concerned, so as to reproduce the original conditions as closely as possible. Second Level of Appeal Those who are not satisfied with the decision of the Chief Examiner in Music may proceed to a Second Level of Appeal addressed to the Director of Music and Performing Arts Examinations. Such Appeals should state the grounds on which the Chief Examiner s decision is challenged, and should be postmarked not later than 14 days from the date of receipt of the previous decision. The original Report Form is not required. The further Appeal will be handled in the same way as above. Second-Level Appeals must be accompanied by a fee of 25 per candidate (for examinations outside the UK this should be drawn in pounds sterling on a UK clearing bank), made payable to Trinity College London. For appeals involving more than five candidates, a maximum fee of 125 applies. Where the Appeal is upheld the fee will be returned; otherwise Trinity Guildhall will retain the fee. Third Level of Appeal Those who are not satisfied with the decision of the Director of Music & Performing Arts Examinations and to whom a reexamination has not been offered may proceed to a Third Level of Appeal addressed to the Chief Executive. Such appeals should state the grounds on which the Director s decision is challenged, and should be postmarked not later than 14 days from the date of the previous decision. The original Report Form is not required. A fee of 50 per candidate (or 250 for five or more candidates) should be enclosed with the further Appeal, which will be handled by the Chief Executive in association with an independent member of the Music Review Board in the same way as above. Where the Appeal is upheld the fee will be returned; otherwise Trinity Guildhall will retain the fee. General Notes Where an Appeal is upheld that calls into question the accuracy of results for more than one candidate, the Chief Examiner may decide to review the awards for the complete session. If on further investigation there are grounds for concern relating to a specific examiner, the examiner in question will be monitored, re-standardised or asked to leave the panel. If there is evidence that the assessment procedure itself is at fault, the Chief Examiner will refer appropriate recommendations to the Director of Music and Performing Arts for consideration. Trinity Guildhall Centre Representatives are not permitted to be involved in the Appeals Process on behalf of candidates from their Centre. No certificate will be issued by Trinity Guildhall in any case which is the subject of an Appeal until the Appeal has been adjudicated. In any other dispute concerning the conduct of any examination, the decision of the Chief Executive shall be final. 8

11 Regulations Review procedure for written examinations A review procedure exists for written examinations including submitted materials. If a candidate wishes to appeal against the result of a written examination, the paper may be reviewed or re-marked. Requests for review should be made in writing by the person who signed the entry form and sent to the Chief Examiner in Music. The original (not a photocopy) of the mark sheet should be sent by post. A fee of 75% of the entry fee for the examination, rounded up to the nearest 10p, should be enclosed with the request. Requests for review should be postmarked not later than fourteen days after the issue of results by the local representative. Trinity will send an acknowledgement within seven days. The target time for reviewing a written paper is 21 days from the date of receipt of the request. The reviewer, usually the Chief Examiner in Music, will write a detailed written report on the paper, and, if the complaint is deemed to be justified, the candidate s mark, and if appropriate, result, will be adjusted. If the candidate is found to have passed when he or she had originally been deemed to have failed, the fee for review of the paper will be returned. Equal Opportunities Trinity Guildhall is committed to providing equality of opportunity and treatment for all, and will not unlawfully or unfairly discriminate directly or indirectly on the basis of gender, age, ethnic origin or disability in its dealings with candidates, their parents/guardians, teachers, examiners, Centre Representatives or stewards. Malpractice In situations where a Centre is found to be inadequate or to be guilty of malpractice, either in terms of provision of facilities or in administration, the Centre may be required to suspend its activity until the cause of the problem is identified and rectified.in extreme circumstances, the representative may be asked to resign, or the Centre may no longer be permitted to act as a registered Centre. Trinity Guildhall requires Centres to report any suspected malpractice by candidates, teachers or examiners. Data Protection Trinity College London is registered as a Data Controller with the Information Commissioner s Office in the UK under the Data Protection Act The Act requires that there should always be a legitimate basis for the processing of personal data and that the processing and collection of data be accurate, fair and lawful. Trinity is required to ensure that those to whom the data relate are aware of the purposes for which their data may be used, disclosed or transferred. Trinity and its Agents collect and process candidate/representative and centre data for the purpose of examination administration. This includes: a) the registration of candidate entries for examinations, b) the management of examination schedules and itineraries and c) the collection, registration and distribution of examination results to both individual candidates and to centres and representatives. Personal data is transferred to third parties for the purpose of registering candidate entries and the results of examinations onto Trinity s online registration system. Trinity also collects and processes data to respond to requests for information from members of the general public. This is the sole purpose of the collection of this data. Additionally, Trinity collects and processes data on individuals who have consented to the use of their names and addresses being retained for the purpose of providing them with Trinity event and examination information on a regular basis. Trinity will amend and update inaccurate personal data upon receipt of a hard copy written request to do so, with evidence of the individual s identity. Please write to Trinity s Head Office. The address to write to is 89 Albert Embankment, London, SE1 7TP, UK. Trinity retains personal data for statistical analysis and to replace certificates upon request from candidates. All candidate/representative and centre data is stored securely. Once candidate certificates are issued, candidate/representative and centre data is securely archived. Trinity must also fulfil its obligation to provide candidate and centre information, including personal data, to Educational Authorities and Regulators worldwide. Use of Candidates' Personal Data Candidates who enter courses and take examinations based upon any Trinity or Trinity Guildhall syllabus should be aware that by attending and participating in course examinations that they are consenting to a) their teachers, colleges or examination centres collecting, processing, disclosing and transferring their personal data, and that: b) Trinity or specifically contracted third parties (such as data processors) process, transfer and disclose their personal data to fulfil Trinity s obligation to administer examinations. Furthermore, Trinity communicates candidates personal data back to colleges or examination centres for distribution to individual candidates once examinations are complete. 9

12 Rights of Access to Personal Data Trinity employs the following procedure for individual candidate/centre/representative right of access to personal data records. Trinity will respond to requests from individuals for information to which they are entitled within forty days of receipt of written requests. Requests will only be considered from persons who can prove that they are/were: a) candidates, or b) have written authorisation to act for candidates. Proof of candidate identity needs to be enclosed with a signed letter from the candidate/representative making the request. Trinity will only consider the forty-day deadline active once all requested data, both proof of identity and a signed letter, is received at Trinity s Head Office. Copies of Trinity s Data Protection policy and procedures and are available on the Trinity website, Publication of Results Representatives of Trinity are required to ensure that candidates and their parents or guardians are made aware that examination results may be published in electronic and hard copy publications. Explicit consent is not required for the publication of examination results; however, candidates and their parents have the right to object to publication. Candidates must indicate whether they consent to the publication of their examination results, by ticking the box marked Yes on the entry form. Ticking the box marked Yes does not guarantee publication of examination results but will enable Trinity to proceed with the publication of examination results without further candidate consultation. Review Board Trinity has established independent Review Boards for each of its core examination subject disciplines. These meet at least once each year and their membership is drawn from professionals representing the relevant sector. The Chief Executive appoints the Chair of each Board, generally for a period of three years. The aims and responsibilities of each Board are, in their defined area of expertise, to review the relevance, validity, reliability and efficient conduct of any or all assessments. This includes, but is not restricted to, issues of syllabus and examination design, panel membership, and monitoring of results. All meetings are minuted, are conducted with and without Trinity Guildhall staff in attendance, and the Chief Executive is informed of any recommendations to which he/she is invited to respond. Customer Service Amendments and additions to Trinity s examinations and procedures are published on the website at The website is also the source of general information about Trinity Guildhall and its services. A Customer Service Statement is available on the website. 10

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14 Regulations: Performance and Recital diplomas Guidelines on the expected standards at each diploma level At ATCL, the candidate will need to demonstrate ability in performance through a balanced programme, using material chosen from the mainstream repertoire for the instrument. Material must be technically demanding and require significant conceptual understanding and stylistic awareness. At LTCL/LGSMD, the candidate s abilities in performance should be demonstrated through a well-balanced artistic programme, involving contrasting repertoire, which is complex in nature. The recital must include variety in tempo, mood etc, the execution of which should demand a wide range of instrumental and vocal techniques, often integrated and drawing on excellent powers of expression, concentration and sustained focus. The complexity of repertoire should be such that candidates are required to develop creative links between performance and personal research, demanding deeper levels of interpretative insight than at ATCL. At FTCL candidates are required to deliver a programme that is in every way and in every aspect, comparable with a public recital. Indicative tasks/indicative repertoire From time to time the word indicative appears in this syllabus.this means that the given examples are intended as guidance to candidates in terms of the scope and depth expected at the appropriate level, without being excessively prescriptive or exclusive. It can apply both to specimen questions and/or to suggested appropriate repertoire for any given level. Total time allowed The total time allowed for diploma examinations is shown below. These times include arrival/departure time and time for setting up and tuning. ATCL Performance 40 mins ATCL Recital 40 mins LTCL/LGSMD Recital 45 mins FTCL Performance 50 mins Running times Candidates are asked to note that playing times in Recital Diplomas (and FTCL) are slightly shorter than the total running time for the examination, to allow the examiner to complete formalities and paperwork. When specific overall timings are indicated for programmes, candidates must ensure that these include breaks between pieces and any spoken introductions. Programmes which fall outside these limits will be penalised, and candidates who exceed the given time allowance may be asked to stop before they have finished playing their programme. (A concert study for ATCL Performance, if chosen, should not be included in the timing.) Repeats and ornaments Candidates should use their discretion regarding repeats and ornaments to achieve a performance which is stylistically appropriate and they should observe Da capo and Dal segno instructions. Extended introductions and tutti passages in concerto movements should always be truncated in a musically appropriate fashion. Metronome markings Metronome markings are given as a guide to performance. Candidates should additionally be influenced by the terms showing the tempo and character of the music (e.g. Allegro, Adagio) in evolving their interpretations of works. Editions and copies Except where otherwise specified, any complete standard edition of a piece listed in the syllabus may be presented by candidates. Publishers names are given simply for the convenience of candidates, and candidates are at liberty to use other editions. Candidates are advised, however, that they should attempt to obtain reliable editions of all music and should exercise particularly careful judgement in using older editions of Baroque and Classical music which, when produced, may not have had the benefit of contemporary musicological research into the performance conventions of the period. Candidates need not refer to head office if they wish to use an edition of a piece which is different from that shown in the syllabus. Copies of score for the examiner(s) Candidates in all diploma examinations are required to provide copies (which may be photocopies) of all works which they are performing, for the examiners use. These copies should be from the same edition used for the performance. Where the candidate is performing from memory, original copies of all music performed must also be present in the examination room. Photocopies and other non-original copies of music may not be used in examinations either by candidates or accompanists unless they have been made in accordance with the conditions set out in The Code of Fair Practice published by the Music Publishers Association (revised 1992) and the guidance note Playing Fair available from head office. All photocopies will be retained after the examination by the examiner(s) and destroyed. They cannot be returned to candidates. The costs of such photocopies must be borne by candidates. 12

15 Accompanists, accompaniments and page turners Regulations Music for solo instrument/voice and accompaniment must be performed with accompaniment. It is the candidate s responsibility to provide the accompanist, who will be allowed in the examination room only whilst accompanying. Accompanists may only remain in the examination room if an unaccompanied concert study is both preceded by and followed by an accompanied item. Where idiomatic, accompaniment may be provided by an alternative instrument for example guitar or harpsichord, provided that prior arrangements have been made. Recorded accompaniments of any kind are not allowed at diploma level. Candidates for piano accompanying diplomas are required to provide their own soloist(s), who must be of an appropriate standard. In cases where limited use of photocopies is not practicable, a page-turner (who cannot be the teacher or a close relative of the candidate) is allowed in the examination room in performance examinations for Solo Piano, Organ, Electronic Organ and Harpsichord. The page-turner may remain in the examination room only whilst fulfilling this function. Where unavoidable, accompanists may also make use of a page-turner, who, again, should not be the teacher of the candidate. The examiner may not be asked to act as a page-turner. Page-turners may assist with Organ (not Electronic Organ) registration changes only where appropriate pre-set combination pistons are not available, whether adjustable or fixed; if there is any doubt in this matter, the precise technical specification of the instrument must be approved in writing by Trinity before an entry is made. Normally no other person is permitted to be present in the examination room. Special arrangements apply in cases where interpreters or facilitators for disabled candidates may be necessary. Such arrangements must be agreed with Trinity in advance. Candidates attention is drawn to notices about instruments at the start of the Organ, Electronic Organ, Recorder and Percussion listings. Candidates for diploma examinations are expected to set up (where appropriate) and tune their instruments themselves. Candidates must complete basic tuning before entering the examination room. Trinity accepts no responsibility for any defect which may develop or become apparent in an instrument during the course of the examination. This includes electronic equipment, when used. Accompanists and page turners are advised to read the section on presentation, regarding attire and stagecraft. Performance from memory Performance of pieces from memory is not a requirement in any Trinity Guildhall diploma. However candidates are encouraged to play all or part of their programme from memory if they feel that it will enhance their performance. No credit will be given for performance from memory and no allowance will be made if memorisation inhibits musical performance. ATCL Performance Technical Work, including vocal exercises, must, however, be performed from memory, but ATCL concert studies, including percussion studies and harp orchestral extracts, may be performed from the score, unless otherwise stated. Supporting materials It is expected at diploma level that candidates and teachers will be able to apply their own previous experience in preparing for examination. Diploma examinations test the outcomes of integrated learning, rather than teaching from textbook sources or recordings. Credit is given at all stages for performances which are musically valid and consistent rather than for those which conform to any preconceptions regarding style or interpretation. Recordings made by established artists can be a useful aid in the preparatory stages, though candidates should never attempt simply to imitate any recorded performance, and are strongly encouraged to develop their own interpretations of works, based on an intelligent understanding of the repertoire being performed. Supporting materials and exemplification will from time to time be posted and updated on the website. Examination room protocol Other than initial pleasantries and a formal farewell, examiners will not normally interrupt Recital diplomas by any conversation whatever, but will observe candidates professionalism and stagecraft at every stage of the Recital, from entry to departure. In ATCL Performance examiners will interrupt minimally during the performances, but will speak as necessary to administer the tests. Candidates must accept that at times the examiner will need to make notes for the report, and may not be able to watch the performance at all times. If a candidate infringes examination regulations, for instance by playing an incorrect piece or using an unauthorised photocopy of music, the performance will be heard without comment by the examiner in order not to jeopardise the performance of valid items. The examiner will send details to the Chief Examiner in Music with the examination report, so that a decision can be taken about the validity of the examination. We reserve the right to award no marks for invalid items. The outcome of referred examination reports will be conveyed to the representative as soon as possible after the matter has been considered. Performances which fall below a minimum acceptable level, including examinations which are abandoned by the candidate, may not necessarily receive a formally marked report. Instead, the examiner s report, including a detailed critique of deficiencies, may be issued with a covering letter from the Chief Examiner in Music after referral. 13